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Old Posted Jun 5, 2015, 8:48 AM
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So yeah, this above shows an obvious and strong correlation between population density and produced wealth, that's no secret on here.

I think it also shows the relative inefficiency of systems that have traditionally overly centralized public administrations and economic activities on single spots (France and the UK), compared to more flexible and competitive federalism (Germany, Switzerland).

The major economic performance in there is that of Germany that managed fairly well their reunification. Demography is yet another story though.

As usual in our modern era and for various reasons, the main underperformances and disappointments come from what you could call a "Latin block" or whatever it may be on one hand, that would encompass Italy, France, Spain and Portugal, and Greece on the other. All those closely connected to one another and sharing a lot culturally and economically (e.g. France is quite involved in the Greek economy and behavior) are not accountable enough in their managements, thus too slow. That's not just a cliché, it's a damn proven fact.

That's it, eh.
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